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May 10, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Iranians vote in parliamentary runoff election

Iranians have voted in a runoff election for the remaining seats in the country’s parliament after hard-line politicians dominated March balloting
May 10, 2024 at 7:42 PM
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrives to vote for the parliamentary runoff elections, in Tehran, Iran, Friday, May 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
May 9, 2024 at 12:54 PM

Award-winning director Mohammad Rasoulof sentenced to prison in Iran ahead of Cannes

The award-winning Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof has been sentenced to eight years in prison and lashings ahead of his planned trip to the Cannes film festival, his lawyer tells The Associated Press
May 9, 2024 at 12:54 PM
FILE - Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof poses during a photo call for the film "The Immigrant" at the 66th international film festival, in Cannes, southern France on May 24, 2013. Rasoulof has been sentenced to eight years in prison and lashings just ahead of his planned trip to the Cannes film festival, his lawyer told The Associated Press on Thursday, May 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Francois Mori, File)
May 6, 2024 at 2:46 PM

The UN nuclear watchdog chief travels to Iran as its monitoring remains hampered

The head of the United Nations’ atomic watchdog has traveled to Iran where his agency faces increasing difficulty in monitoring the Islamic Republic’s rapidly advancing nuclear program
May 6, 2024 at 2:46 PM
A model of Bushehr nuclear power plant is on display in an exhibition of the Iran's nuclear achievements during the "International Conference on Nuclear Science and Technology" in the central city of Isfahan, Iran, Monday, May 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
April 20, 2024 at 4:19 PM

Iran down plays missile strike by Israel

Both Iran and Israel appear to be de-escalating the conflict after the latest strike.
April 20, 2024 at 4:19 PM
VIDEO: Iran down plays missile strike by Israel
April 19, 2024 at 10:08 PM

Nothing to see here: US, Israel go radio silent on strike against Iran

A day after Israeli fighter aircraft boldly struck an air defense radar site inside Iran, top US and Israeli officials declined to publicly acknowledge the incident.
April 19, 2024 at 10:08 PM
Secretary of State Antony Blinken holds a press conference at the end of the G7 foreign ministers meeting on Capri Island, Italy, Apr. 19, 2024.
April 19, 2024 at 1:04 PM

White House reaction to latest retaliation against Iran

The U.S. had made clear that whether or not to strike back at Iran was a decision for Israel alone to make.
April 19, 2024 at 1:04 PM
VIDEO: White House reaction to latest retaliation against Iran
April 19, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Israel ‘secretive’ leading up to Iran strike

ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz reports on Israel’s retaliatory attack on Iran.
April 19, 2024 at 1:03 PM
VIDEO: Israel ‘secretive’ leading up to Iran strike
April 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM

Sec. Blinken gives remarks on Israel’s retaliation against Iran

The strike was in response to Iran's attack last Saturday
April 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM
VIDEO: Sec. Blinken gives remarks on Israel’s retaliation against Iran
April 18, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Some Iranian women say they fear war with Israel amid violent hijab crackdown

ABC News spoke to several women in Iran who said the fear of an imminent war with Israel has been added to a long list of worries and hardships.
April 18, 2024 at 7:43 PM
This video grab from AFPTV taken on April 14, 2024 shows explosions lighting up Jerusalem sky during Iranian attack on Israel.
April 18, 2024 at 6:11 PM

US sanctions 16 people, 2 groups after Iran attacks

US officials say those who were sanctioned enabled Iran's drone production following Iran's attack on Israel.
April 18, 2024 at 6:11 PM
VIDEO: US sanctions 16 people, 2 groups after Iran attacks
April 17, 2024 at 8:29 PM

US reacts to Middle East conflict

Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo, talks about the United States protecting Americans, de-escalating conflict in the Middle East, and a bipartisan foreign aid bill after Iran’s missile attack on Israel.
April 17, 2024 at 8:29 PM
VIDEO: US reacts to Middle East conflict
April 17, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Will US sanctions against Iran go far enough?

The sanctions include targeting Iran's missile and drone program.
April 17, 2024 at 7:01 PM
VIDEO: Will US sanctions against Iran go far enough?
April 17, 2024 at 2:40 PM

US set to announce new sanctions against Iran for attack on Israel

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin said the United States will soon impose new sanctions on Iran, targeting its missile and drone programs.
April 17, 2024 at 2:40 PM
VIDEO: US set to announce new sanctions against Iran for attack on Israel
April 16, 2024 at 6:58 PM

Israel's vow to retaliate against Iran complicates aid talks

U.S. officials said they believe Iran's attack was mostly a failure and the goal now should be a response with broad international support.
April 16, 2024 at 6:58 PM
VIDEO: Israel's vow to retaliate against Iran complicates aid talks
April 16, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Israel vows to retaliate after Iran attack

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his war cabinet for the third consecutive day to discuss a response to the barrage of more than 300 missiles and drones early Sunday.
April 16, 2024 at 1:56 PM
VIDEO: Israel vows to retaliate after Iran attack
April 16, 2024 at 12:04 AM

Western military keeps eyes Iran allies

Military officials are keeping a close eye on Iran's allies following its attack on Israel.
April 16, 2024 at 12:04 AM
VIDEO: Western military keeps eyes Iran allies
April 15, 2024 at 11:29 PM

Biden says US 'committed to Israel's security'

President Joe Biden addressed Iran's retaliatory attack against Israel while the prime minister of Iraq was visiting the White House.
April 15, 2024 at 11:29 PM
President Joe Biden addressed Iran's retaliatory attack against Israel while the prime minister of Iraq was visiting the White House.
1 month ago

Fallout from Iran’s attack on Israel

Chris Costa, former National Security Council senior director for counterterrorism, shares his analysis of what this means for both countries going forward.
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VIDEO: Fallout from Iran’s attack on Israel
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World leaders urge Israel not to retaliate

Israel is still weighing its response to Iran's attack with a second day of war cabinet meetings. Israel's military chief says, "Israel will indeed respond."
1 month ago
VIDEO: World leaders urge Israel no to retaliate
1 month ago

John Kirby reaffirms US will not take part in any Israeli retaliation against Iran

Kirby, however, did say during his press briefing that the U.S. is committed to defending Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: John Kirby reaffirms US will not take part in any Israeli retaliation against Iran
1 month ago

Iran launches unprecedented attack on Israel

ABC News chief national correspondent Matt Gutman and ABC News senior White House correspondent Selina Wang talk about Iran’s missile launch against Israel as the country considers retaliation.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iran launches unprecedented attack on Israel
1 month ago

Israel weighs potential response to Iran’s attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with his war cabinet for the second time after being unable to make a final decision.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Israel weighs potential response to Iran’s attack
1 month ago

Economy uncertain after Iran attacks Israel

ABC News business reporter Alexis Christoforous shares how an Israeli response to Iran's attack could lead to soaring gas prices and push inflation even higher.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Economy uncertain after Iran attacks Israel
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Israeli war cabinet considering response after Iran attack

The world is on edge as Israel weighs its response to a swarm of more than 300 Iranian missiles and drones early Sunday.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Israeli war cabinet considering response after Iran attack
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WH touts 'extraordinary success' against Iran's attack, doesn't want 'wider' war

John Kirby praised the "extraordinary success" of Israel's defense against a drone and missile attack unleashed by Iran on Saturday and said the U.S. doesn't want war
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White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby conducts the daily news briefing at the White House in Washington, D.C., April 2, 2024.
1 month ago

Middle East tension causes concern on Wall Street

ABC News’ Rebecca Jarvis reports on how the rising tensions, along with higher-than-expected inflation, could impact the stock market.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Middle East tension causes concern on Wall Street
1 month ago

At least half of Iran’s missiles failed to launch or crashed

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reports on what the Pentagon is saying about the attack and Israel’s defense.
1 month ago
VIDEO: At least half of Iran’s missiles failed to launch or crashed
1 month ago

US will not participate if Israel retaliates Iranian attack

President Joe Biden has encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to think carefully and strategically about the risk of escalation as it weighs its response to Iran’s attack.
1 month ago
VIDEO: US will not participate if Israel retaliates Iranian attack
1 month ago

White House urges caution as Israel weighs response to Iran missiles

White House national security spokesperson John Kirby answers questions about the nation's response to rising tensions between Israel and Iran.
1 month ago
VIDEO: White House urges caution as Israel weighs response to Iran missiles
1 month ago

Iranian strike against Israel sparks fears of wider regional conflict

The U.S. has defense assets prepositioned in the Red Sea to help Israel, but was surprised by the number of missiles and drones strikes Iran launched against Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iranian strike against Israel sparks fears of wider regional conflict
1 month ago

Iran launches attack on Israel: What is the Iron Dome?

Iran unleashed a retaliatory attack on Israel Saturday night, sending more than 300 uncrewed drones and missiles toward targets throughout the country, officials said.
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Israeli Iron Dome air defense system launches to intercept missiles fired from Iran, in central Israel, Apr. 14, 2024.
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Iranian president releases statement following attack on Israel

"Iran has now taught Israel a lesson," Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iranian president releases statement following attack on Israel
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IDF spokesperson comments on Iran's attack on Israel

Peter Lerner said this was a substantial strike that can't be taken lightly.
1 month ago
VIDEO: IDF spokesperson comments on Iran's attack on Israel
1 month ago

Iran launches direct attack on Israel

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reports on the latest in the Iranian retaliatory strikes on Israel on “This Week.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iran launches direct attack on Israel
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Biden ‘ordered US forces actively to participate in the defense of Israel’: Kirby

George Stephanopoulos interviews White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby on “This Week.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with John Kirby
1 month ago

G7 leaders condemn Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel

President Joe Biden spoke with G7 leaders after the unprecedented attack by Iran launching hundreds of drones and cruise and ballistic missiles at Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: G7 leaders condemn Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel
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Washington Post reporter once held captive in Iran reacts to Iran strike on Israel

Iranian-American reporter Jason Rezaian was held captive for 544 days while reporting in Tehran and offers his insight on the growing tensions in the Middle East.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Washington Post reporter once held captive in Iran reacts to Iran strike on Israel
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US will not participate in Israel retaliatory strike against Iran, Biden says

A senior administration official said Biden stressed to Netanyahu in their call Saturday night that Israel had prevailed against Iran's strike against Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: US will not participate in Israel retaliatory strike against Iran, Biden says
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World now awaits for next move after Iranian strikes at Israel

ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports from Jerusalem as the world waits for the next move after Iran launched hundreds of drones and cruise and ballistic missiles at Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: World now awaits for next move after Iranian strikes at Israel
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White House response to Iranian attack at Israel

U.S. officials confirmed that they shot down some of the Iranian drones and missiles headed towards Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: White House response to Iranian attack at Israel
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Iranian attack could have major impact on markets, oil prices

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous reports on how the unrest in the Middle East could impact the stock markets and oil prices, putting Wall Street on high alert.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iranian attack could have major impact on markets, oil prices
1 month ago

John Kirby on Iranian strike on Israel

The top National Security Council spokesman discusses the unprecedented Iranian attacks on Israel with hundreds of missiles and drones. Plus, what this could mean for the U.S.
1 month ago
VIDEO: John Kirby on Iranian strike on Israel
1 month ago

Iran launches retaliatory strikes at Israel

Iran fired hundreds of cruise and ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli targets Saturday night in retaliation after a deadly attack on its consulate in Syria. ABC News’ Britt Clennett reports.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iran launches retaliatory strikes at Israel
1 month ago

Iran attacks Israel with drones

The attack is in retaliation after an Iranian consulate in Syria was struck and Iran blamed Israel. Also, President Biden has cut short his weekend to address the looming threat.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Iran attacks Israel with drones
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'Small number' of Iranian missiles land in Israel

A "small number" of Iran's surface-to-air missiles landed in Israeli territory early Sunday morning. A 10-year-old child is in "critical condition," Israel's national emergency services said.
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Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel has started

A U.S. defense official confirms Iran has fired both cruise and ballistic missiles toward Israel. Martha Raddatz has more on the complicated relationship in the Middle East.
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Israel vows to respond to Iranian drone attack

There are reports, but nothing is confirmed of missles hitting targets in Israel. U.S. forces in the region are reported to be shooting down drones targeting Israel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Israel vows to respond to Iranian drone attack
1 month ago

Biden's message to Iran about retaliatory strike on Israel: 'Don't'

At the same time, he said he expects an Iranian attack "sooner than later."
1 month ago
President Joe Biden speaks to the National Action Network Convention remotely from the South Court Auditorium of the White House, April 12, 2024.
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Iran begins retaliatory attack against Israel

With Iranian missiles still heading to Israel, the IDF has told the public to stay alert.
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With Iranian missiles still heading to Israel, the IDF has told the public to stay alert.
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Iran could be set to attack Israel

Warnings from U.S. officials indicate that Iran could be ready to attack Israel with missile and drone strikes with officials saying that Tehran has more than 100 cruise missiles.
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VIDEO: Iran could be set to attack Israel